3 Signs You Were Given a Bad Quote on Shutters in New Brunswick

03/27/2017

Holly Perron

When you invite a window treatment professional, home designer or any kind of home service rep into your New Brunswick home, you place a lot of trust in those people. Unfortunately, some home service companies may exploit your trust, most notably when they give you a quote. To aid you in getting top-notch home services, Sunburst Shutters New Brunswick has assembled some of the warning signs of a bad shutter quote, and what you can do to protect yourself when receiving a New Brunswick shutter quote and selecting a shutter company.

Remember that while our expertise is mainly in shutters and window treatments in New Brunswick, these can apply to any home service, from flooring installers to roofers and beyond.

Symptoms of a Bad Shutter Quote

The biggest giveaways of a bad shutter quote apply to just about every home service. These are some of the most frequent warning signs.

The Price Quote You Get Is Lower Than Any Other By Far

If you get a quote for shutters from a company and it blows the competition out of the water, pay close attention. The seller may be quoting you for a stripped-down product that doesn’t take a lot of considerations into account. Remember, if it appears too good to be true, it usually is.

They Give A You Phenomenal Price Quote Without Seeing The Job In Person

Some shutter companies might quote you an excellent price on shutters without ever stepping foot near your windows, asking about your unique needs, or even measuring your windows. A lot goes into choosing the right shutter, so if your shutter company doesn’t get all the details exactly right, there might be a large difference between a quote and the final price.

The Dealer Insists That Their Product is Just Like the Name Brand

A reliable sign of a bad shutter quote or any home service quote is if the service provider tells you that their product is the same as a popular name brand. Each product is unique from how it’s built to the material to its finish and more. Yet, companies that provide cheaper products commonly parrot that theirs is the same as brand X. They do this to make you believe you’re getting a superior product for a cheap price, when you’re probably buying a lower-quality product at a matching price.

Tips To Guard Yourself Against Phony Window Treatment Quotes

Being aware of these signs of a bad quote can save you money and stress in the long run, but you can also take some precautions to ensure that you do business with a great shutter company.

Check Credentials

Do a little research on your shutter dealer or home remodeler. Resources like Yelp or the BBB can give you a good visualisation of the company’s reliability.

Get A Quote in Writing

You’re not always able to trust a quote you hear over the phone. Getting a price quote in writing ensures that the details (such as sq. footage, extras, and install specifics) all correspond with what you have in mind. And make sure the details are on the quote–including the total area, name and brand of the product, and –in writing!

Work Locally

Working with a local shutter installer or local contractor gives you less hassle when making sure a quote is for exactly what you need. Sunburst Shutters New Brunswick is locally owned and operated, and we strive to make the entire shutter-buying process as easy as possible from start to finish.

Get a Reliable Shutter Quote in New Brunswick Today

Get started working with home service companies in New Brunswick that won’t try to fool you with bad quotes. Call Sunburst Shutters New Brunswick today at 732-301-6168 or use the form below to set up a free window design consultation and get your purchase started right.

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